I Just Wanted to Teach Cultivation, But Goddesses Keep Coming! - Chapter 353 The Ancient Willow’s Impenetrable Morning Wood

Chapter 353: Chapter 353 The Ancient Willow’s Impenetrable Morning Wood

“Here it comes…” Qin Ran mused inwardly, her gaze growing colder by the second.

She had lived for thousands of years which was long enough to witness the rise and fall of countless geniuses, to see righteous cultivators turn demonic overnight, and to watch men discard morality the moment desire clouded their minds.

Experience had carved a deep-rooted belief within her: beneath every man’s composed exterior lay the same filthy intentions.

And Lin Feng… no matter how calm or mysterious he appeared, he was still a man. Naturally, she expected his request to be no different.

She was fully expecting Lin Feng to ask for her body as payment, and maybe such other ludicrous conditions as her freedom or her dignity or some endless debt that would trap her forever, conditions which Qin Ran absolutely would not agree to, no matter how dire the situation became.

Still, she forced herself to speak, her voice carrying a restrained chill.

“What do you want?” Her sharp eyes locked onto Lin Feng. The violent spiritual aura surrounding her gradually subsided, though it did not disappear completely.

It lingered like a coiled serpent, ready to strike at a moment’s notice. The entire hall seemed to quiet down at that moment. Dozens and hundreds of gazes fell onto Lin Feng.

Some were curious. Some were envious. And others carried faint worry, as if they were already anticipating what kind of price he would demand. Lin Feng, however, remained completely unfazed.

His expression was calm, almost indifferent, as if Qin Ran’s imposing aura meant nothing to him. His posture was relaxed, hands behind his back, standing there like a gentle breeze amidst a storm.

“I’m not a greedy man,” he said lightly. His voice wasn’t loud, yet it carried clearly to every corner of the celebration hall. A few people who envied Lin Feng sneered inwardly upon hearing that.

Not greedy? In the cultivation world, those who claimed such things were often the greediest of all.

Lin Feng continued without pause, “But since today is a special occasion for Ning Xi’s grandmother, I’d like to give her something worthy of the occasion.”

At the mention of Ning Xi, a few members of the Ning Clan straightened slightly, their expressions turning attentive. Qin Ran’s brows furrowed faintly. This… was not the direction she had expected.

Lin Feng’s gaze shifted slightly. “I want a branch of your Grand Purity Temple’s Celestial Sandalwood.”

For a brief moment… Silence. It was as if the entire hall had been frozen in time.

Then…

“Ahhh! The Grand Purity Temple’s sacred tree?!”

“It’s said that tree carries a divine fragrance that can cleanse the body and soul!”

“And anyone who inhales its scent over time can extend their lifespan and its effects on longevity are simply heaven-defying!”

“My heavens… even a single branch is a priceless treasure!” The crowd instantly erupted into an uproar. Shock, disbelief, and greed flashed across countless faces.

Even some elders couldn’t help but reveal astonished expressions. The Celestial Sandalwood was no ordinary spiritual tree and it was a foundation treasure of the Grand Purity Temple, something that had been nurtured for thousands of years.

Its fragrance alone could nourish the soul, stabilize cultivation, and subtly extend one’s lifespan. For mortals, it was nothing short of a divine blessing.

And more importantly… A branch of such a tree wasn’t just a gift. It was an opportunity. If properly cultivated, that single branch could potentially grow into a new Celestial Sandalwood tree.

The implications of that were enormous. The Ning Clan members were visibly shaken. Their breathing grew heavier, their eyes shining with uncontrollable excitement.

If they truly obtained such a treasure… the rise of the Ning Clan would be inevitable.

“Master Lin Feng truly cares for Young Miss Ning Xi!”

“To think he would ask for such a treasure just for her grandmother…”

“This kind of affection… it’s simply enviable!”

Whispers spread rapidly, many casting looks of admiration and jealousy toward Lin Feng. Yet amidst the noise, Qin Ran remained completely still. Her expression… had changed.

The suspicion, the coldness, the guarded hostility… All of it wavered. For the first time, uncertainty appeared in her eyes. This… was not what she had expected at all. Not even close.

She had prepared herself for humiliation and more lewd demands. But instead… He asked for something for someone else. Not for himself. Not for her body. Not for pleasure. But for a gift.

Qin Ran’s lips parted slightly, though no words came out immediately. Her thoughts, which had been so firm just moments ago, now felt… shaken. Was she wrong?

Or… was this man truly different from all the others she had encountered? Her gaze lingered on Lin Feng, as if trying to see through him completely.

But the more she looked… The less she could understand him. Qin Ran truly wanted to agree to Lin Feng’s request but she couldn’t. The Celestial Sandalwood was no ordinary treasure.

It was the supreme sacred tree of the Grand Purity Temple, a foundation that had supported the sect for countless generations. Its existence was tied to the very prosperity of the temple itself.

Let alone giving away a branch even touching it required strict permission. There was no way they could simply hand it over to an outsider, no matter the reason.

“Not greedy?” Qin Ran let out a soft, almost mocking laugh. “You make me laugh, Master Lin Feng.”

She shook her head slowly and raised her cup, finishing the last of her drink in one smooth motion. The faint fragrance of the wine lingered in the air as she set the cup down with a quiet tap.

Then, she stood. In that instant, her aura shifted.

The restrained calm from before vanished completely, replaced by a sharp, oppressive presence that pressed down on the surroundings like an invisible mountain.

Her eyes locked onto Lin Feng, no longer guarded but openly challenging.

“If that’s the case,” Qin Ran said coldly, “I might as well take what I want through force.”